Title: Dali and the Cocky Prince, Dal Ri and Gamjatang
Episodes: 16
Genre: Comedy, Romance, Drama, Office, Family, Mystery, Tragedy, Art
Story: 6 out of 10
Characters: 7 out of 10
Cinematography: 7 out of 10
Korean Drama Dali and the Cocky Prince is an artistic feast with a cliche story
Story
Dali, a rich aristocrat who loves art, meets Moo Hak in the Netherlands, a newly rich man who is arrogant, but ignorant. They form a sweet connection, but then Dali disappears, leaving Moo Hak looking for her. And when they meet again, Dali is facing bankruptcy after her father’s death and her new position as the head of his gallery, and Moo Hak is her creditor who is trying to get his money back.
Korean Drama Dali and the Cocky Prince is a light drama with an artist atmosphere and some darker twists.
The drama is based on Dali’s and Moo Hak’s relationship, as two completely opposite characters are drawn to one another by luck and chemistry. The drama then adds some mystery, with Dali’s father and his money problems, and her ex-fiance and their odd breakup. And all of these are wrapped up together in a comical setting.
The love story, moreover, was slow paced, with enough chemistry to keep things interesting and intense, some cheesy twists and tropes, and a few cute and romantic moments here and there. The comparability of the characters was probably the best part of the romance, as well as the cute encounters and the smooth built up of their relationship.
However, the love triangle was boring and stale. And being mixed up with the mystery of Dali’s father, it didn’t add much to the drama and the outcome was pretty much predictable.
As for the rest of the characters, they were interesting and had some comical moments, but didn’t have enough screen time other than their contact with the leads.
Characters
Dali is a rich woman born in an upper class family. She is sweet and a calm force, usually living in her own world. However, after her father’s death, she is forced to face reality and slowly find her own footing.
Park Gyu Young was really sweet and she portrayed her role masterfully.
Watch Park Gyu Young in her other dramas KDrama Sweet Home, K Drama The Third Charm, KDrama It’s Okay to not be Okay, K Drama Life on Mars and K Drama Romance is a bonus book
Moo Hak is a newly rich man who is arrogant and overlyconfident. He is hardworking, as his family has started from a small restaurant to become a worldwide chain. And even though he is good with money, he is ignorant when it comes to other matters.
Kim Min Jae had lots of chemistry with his partner and he was delightfully funny.
Watch Kim Min Jae’s other dramas KDrama Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim (2016), KDrama Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim Season 2, KDrama Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency and K Drama Mr. Sunshine
Tae Jin is a man of Dali’s past. He is a patient man who is waiting for his plan to finally come through so he can be happy with Dali. But, as his plan is threatened by Moo Hak, he will do anything to protect what he has built.
Kwon Yool gave a smooth performance without overdoing it.
Watch Kwon Yool in his other roles in KDrama The King: The Eternal Monarch, KDrama My Unfamiliar Family and K Drama Let’s Eat Series
Cinematography
The drama was slow paced and it got boring towards the ending, but the visuals were very artsy and the costumes spot on.
Overall
My overall rating for the Korean Drama Dali and the Cocky Prince is 6 out of 10. The drama had nice visuals and a couple with chemistry, but the story wasn’t original.
Do you enjoy the rich gone poor trope? Then you may also like Kdrama «Shopping King Louie». Or, if you are looking for a creditor-deptor relationship, check out KDrama You make me dance. And for the art fans, K Drama Her Private Life is another drama for you.
But before that, take a look at the relationship chart of the drama Dali and the Cocky Prince
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